Tool Room Machinist

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

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As the Tool Room CNC Machinist, you will be responsible for programming, setting up, and operating 3-axis CNC Mills and other precision shop equipment to manufacture high-quality components used in the construction and maintenance of progressive stamping dies. This position plays a critical role in ensuring tooling accuracy, efficiency, and reliability in support of production operations.

Program, set up, and operate CNC milling centers to manufacture steel components according to specifications provided by Toolmakers and Designers. Develop and optimize machining programs, perform machine setups, select tooling and fixtures, and operate CNC milling equipment to produce precision steel components that meet design and tolerance requirements. (75%)

Operate conventional and TRAK mills, lathes, and surface grinders as required.
Perform manual machining operations, secondary processes, and finish work using conventional shop equipment to support production needs and ensure dimensional accuracy. (25%)

Other duties as requested.

If you can do everything listed above, you've got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certificate or associate degree in machining, manufacturing technology, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience programming and operating CNC mills in Esprit or similar CAM.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with precision assembly methods and techniques.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with conventional machining experience is preferred.
• Ability to program, set up, and operate a 3-axis CNC milling center to manufacture components to specifications provided by Toolmakers and Designers.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints, and use measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators.
• Experience in machining various types of steel, including mild, carbon, and alloy tool steels.
• Familiarity with CAM software, specifically Esprit and AutoCAD. Ability to program from both 2D and 3D drawings. Some knowledge of Fanuc and Mitsubishi controls is a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively about project status and challenges.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment that may frequently require pivoting between multiple tasks and adapting to accommodate shop priorities.
• Commitment to precision, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate with other shop personnel professionally and effectively.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, see, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. This role operates large equipment while standing for approximately 8-12 hours, regularly twisting and bending in a repetitive motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.

The job may risk exposure to heat and/or cold, loud noise levels, vibration, and moving mechanical parts.

This position requires domestic up to 0% of the time.

This full-time, in the office, non-exempt position is in Stockton, CA.

Relocation is not available for this position.

$10.30 - $41.20 / hour

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

• Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
• Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision,…